General Tso’s Chicken Recipe
[gf] sesame fried chicken, tempura broccoli, bang bang sauce. coconut jasmine rice
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Ingredients
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For the Sesame Fried Chicken
For the Tempura Broccoli
For the Bang Bang Sauce
For the Coconut Jasmine Rice
Method
For the Sesame Fried Chicken
- 1
Prepare the Chicken
Cut the chicken thighs into bite-sized pieces and marinate them with soy sauce, sesame oil, minced garlic, and grated ginger for at least 30 minutes.
- 2
Breading
In a shallow dish, add cornstarch. In another bowl, beat the eggs. Dip each marinated chicken piece first in the cornstarch, then in the egg mixture, ensuring they are well-coated.
- 3
Fry the Chicken
Heat vegetable oil in a deep fryer or large pot to 350°F (175°C). Fry the chicken pieces in batches until golden brown and cooked through, about 5-7 minutes. Drain on paper towels and sprinkle with sesame seeds.
For the Tempura Broccoli
- 4
Prepare the Batter
In a bowl, mix the all-purpose flour, salt, and ice water until just combined. Do not overmix; lumps are okay.
- 5
Fry the Broccoli
Heat oil in a separate pot to 350°F (175°C). Dip each broccoli floret into the batter and fry until golden brown, about 3-4 minutes. Drain on paper towels.
For the Bang Bang Sauce
- 6
Mix the Sauce
In a bowl, combine mayonnaise, sweet chili sauce, and sriracha. Mix until smooth and well combined.
For the Coconut Jasmine Rice
- 7
Cook the Rice
In a saucepan, combine jasmine rice, coconut milk, water, and salt. Bring to a boil, then reduce heat to low and cover. Simmer for 15-20 minutes until the rice is tender and liquid is absorbed.
